Putting people at the heart of our work

•   Salary: £28,287 per annum
•   Hours: 35 hours per week 
•   Location: Edinburgh

Foundation Scotland is on a growth trajectory. The Board is committed to supporting this growth and have set aside funds for investment in technology and systems improvement. We use SunSytems for accounting and budgeting and have interfaces to our Grantmaking and Donor Database (Salesforce) and invoices and expenses system (ExpenseIn).

This role will take on responsibility for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the accounting data in SunSystems and SalesForce predominantly through the use of interface tools. There is still a small degree of manual processing, however the post holder, working with finance and accounting colleagues, will be encouraged to explore new ways to streamline tasks and automate processes further.

This is an exciting role for someone who thrives on continuous improvement and optimizing IT to provide accurate and timeous financial information alongside excellent customer care. In return, Foundation Scotland offers a range of benefits including: 35 days annual leave, training opportunities, flexible working opportunities, employer pension contributions and a progressive pay system with benchmarked annual increases.

More detail about the role and experience required is available in the job description/person specification which you can download here.

Once you have read this, you can apply here. Please attach a CV and detailed covering letter, outlining how you meet the criteria set out in the job description/person specification.

Closing date for applications: Friday 20th March.

The Finance team is based in Edinburgh but are currently working remotely. Interviews will be held on Friday 27th March in person in Edinburgh.

If you have any questions or need any assistance, please contact jane@foundationscotland.org.uk

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•   Salary: £45,392 (full-time). As this role is 21 hours a week (0.6 of full-time) the salary will be £27,235 
•   Location: Edinburgh but could be partially or fully remote 
•   Work pattern: 3 days a week/21 hours a week 
•   Contract: 18 months (2026-2027/2028, programme due to run until 2035) 

The Regenerative Futures Fund is a co-designed, community-rooted initiative to tackle poverty, racism and climate change in Edinburgh. A pooled fund providing unrestricted long-term funding, and decisions made by residents with lived experience, it is reshaping how funding can empower and transform. The programme was designed between 2022 and 2024, the capacity building phase launched in 2025, and the ten-year programme starts in 2026. Our first Annual Report was published in late 2025.

Role Overview 
As we enter this new phase, we are seeking a skilled fundraiser to help secure significant philanthropic support for the £15.8m Regenerative Futures Fund. With £9.1m already committed and strong relationships across Scotland and the UK, you’ll play a key role in driving the next phase of growth.
The postholder will secure 5–7 figure gifts from Trusts & Foundations by researching prospects, writing high quality proposals, and stewarding strong funder relationships.

What We Are Looking For
We’re looking for a proactive and skilled fundraiser who can identify and cultivate relationships with trusts and foundations. You’ll be confident researching prospects, managing a pipeline, and developing tailored engagement approaches. You’ll bring strong writing skills, with the ability to craft compelling proposals, cases for support, and applications that clearly communicate our impact. You’ll also be comfortable gathering project, budget, and outcomes information to strengthen submissions.

Relationship building will be at the heart of your work. You’ll maintain positive, professional connections with funders, acting as their main point of contact for enquiries and updates. You’ll also support reporting and administration by keeping accurate Salesforce records, contributing to donor communications, and supporting monitoring and evaluation processes. If you’re an excellent writer and a natural relationship builder with a passion for impactful fundraising, we’d love to hear from you.

For more information on the role and how to apply, you can download our recruitment pack here.

Once you have read this, you can apply here.

The deadline for applications is 23rd March 2026 at 12noon.

Benefits

•    A progressive pay system with benchmarked annual increases
•    Life Assurance at 3 times annual salary
•    Defined contribution scheme with 7% Employer’s contribution
•    35 days annual leave [including bank holidays)
•    2 days equivalent paid volunteering
•    Training and development opportunities
•    Working pattern flexibility and homeworking
•    Employee Assistance Plan

If you have any questions or need any assistance, please contact jane@foundationscotland.org.uk

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